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Authorities have intensified their crackdown on individuals involved in the violent demonstrations and widespread looting that took place across Kenya during the June 25 protests. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed on Sunday, June 29, that several suspects had been arrested following well-coordinated operations in various counties. In Mbeere South, detectives managed to arrest two individuals and recovered a white water tank with metal reinforcements. The DCI revealed that this tank was part of the property looted from Kiritiri Market during the height of the nationwide protests, which turned chaotic and destructive in many areas. In other parts of…

Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba, who is widely recognized as a close ally of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has thrown her support behind former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i for the presidency. Wamuchomba made the unexpected endorsement on Sunday, June 29, while attending a church service at the PCEA Thika Town Church in Kiambu County. She was present at the event alongside Matiang’i and other high-profile dignitaries. During the service, Wamuchomba openly praised Matiang’i, stating that she believed he was destined to become Kenya’s next Head of State. “Because I have the gift of foresight, I can confidently…

A bold and fearless police officer has openly spoken out against Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen’s recent “shoot-to-kill” directive, declaring that the police will not turn their guns on fellow Kenyans. The officer made the statement in response to Murkomen’s controversial order urging police officers to shoot anyone who attacks a police station. In a video that has since gone viral, the officer firmly and calmly stated, “Hatutapiga Wakenya risasi. We cannot shoot at the same people we are employed to protect.” The statement has sparked widespread debate across social media and mainstream platforms, with many praising the officer for…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested three people believed to have been the main planners behind the violent protests that took place on Tuesday, June 25. The arrests were made following an intelligence-based operation carried out on Friday, June 27. According to a statement released by the DCI, the three individuals were allegedly involved in mobilising groups of rowdy youths during the protests. Detectives say that the suspects used social media platforms to coordinate and spread messages that encouraged violence, theft, and destruction of property. “In a carefully planned operation carried out on Friday, June 27, our officers…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has come forward to explain his controversial “shoot-to-kill” remarks made to police officers, which sparked public concern. He said his comments were misunderstood and taken out of context. Speaking on Friday afternoon during a police graduation ceremony held at the Border Police Training Centre in Kanyonyo, Kitui County, Murkomen clarified that the government is not encouraging the reckless use of firearms. Instead, he emphasized that police officers are properly trained and fully understand their responsibilities under the law. He stressed that any officer who misuses their firearm will still be held accountable. Murkomen explained that…

Gachagua Tells Ruto to Step Down or Face Voters in 2027 Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has openly told President William Ruto to either step down from office or prepare to be voted out in the next general election. Gachagua made the strong remarks during an interview on NTV on Friday evening, responding to earlier comments made by the President. During his speech at the World MSME Day event held in Nairobi, President Ruto had reacted to ongoing protests and growing calls for his resignation. He said he would only consider stepping down if those demanding his exit presented a…

Emily Kinya, a police officer who was brutally attacked during anti-government protests in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Wednesday, June 25, has finally spoken out about the terrifying incident that nearly claimed her life. Kinya was part of a team deployed to manage the demonstrations when chaos broke out on Muindi Mbingu Street. As the angry crowd grew larger and more aggressive, her team was overwhelmed and forced to retreat. In the middle of the confusion, Emily stumbled while trying to escape and fell to the ground. It was at this vulnerable moment that she was viciously attacked by…

DCI Arrests 24 People After President Ruto’s Orders Over Protest Violence The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested 24 people believed to have been involved in violent incidents during the nationwide protests held on Tuesday, June 25. These arrests followed a direct order from President William Ruto, who instructed law enforcement authorities to take swift action against individuals who participated in the destruction of public property. In a statement issued on Friday, June 27, the DCI confirmed that the suspects were linked to the torching of the Kikuyu Law Courts, the Kikuyu Sub-County offices, and several other government buildings.…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has come forward to explain why he chose not to participate in the June 25 anti-government protests. In a televised interview on NTV on Friday evening, Gachagua said that staying away was a sign of respect for Kenya’s youth, especially those leading the current movement for change. He reflected on how last year’s youth-led demonstrations clearly expressed that they wanted no political interference. According to Gachagua, the young protestors had requested political figures to keep their distance, as they wanted their cause to remain neutral and free from political manipulation. Gachagua noted that if he…

President Ruto Appoints Former PS Collette Suda to National Police Service Commission President William Ruto has appointed Professor Collette Akinyi Suda, a former Principal Secretary (PS), as a new member of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC). This appointment was officially announced in a gazette notice dated Friday, June 27, and is effective immediately. According to the notice, President Ruto made the appointment using powers granted under Article 246 (2)(a) of the Kenyan Constitution, along with Section 6(8) of the National Police Service Commission Act of 2011. The statement read: “In exercise of the powers conferred by Article 246 (2)…